Floods of May-July 1975 Along the Continental Divide in Montana

Open-File Report 76-424
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Abstract

Extensive flooding occurred along both sides of the Continental Divide in Montana from May through July 1975. Runoff from above average snowpack at low altitudes combined with runoff from rainfall to cause floods in May. Snowmelt from high altitudes and above average rain in June caused flooding and sustained high flows into July. Federal and State agencies estimated flood damage at about $53,000,000. Peak stages, flow rates, and estimated frequencies were determined for 124 sites.
Publication type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Title Floods of May-July 1975 Along the Continental Divide in Montana
Series title Open-File Report
Series number 76-424
DOI 10.3133/ofr76424
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Year Published 1976
Language ENGLISH
Publisher Geological Survey (U.S.)
Contributing office(s) U.S. Geological Survey
Description iii, 18 p.
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